Core Insights - As of September this year, China's maritime courts have accumulated a total of 638,000 cases, reflecting a significant increase in both the number and types of maritime disputes handled [1][2] Group 1: Case Volume and Types - The annual case volume has surged from 18 cases in 1984 to 34,400 cases in 2024, with a cumulative total of 638,000 cases by September 2025, involving a total amount exceeding 4.5 trillion RMB [1] - The range of cases accepted has expanded from 18 categories to 108, moving beyond maritime trade disputes to include emerging areas such as marine development, environmental protection, and port construction [1] Group 2: International Influence and Challenges - China's maritime judicial influence has grown internationally, with 88,000 foreign-related maritime cases accepted, involving parties from 146 countries and regions [2] - Despite the progress, challenges remain, such as the need for enhanced attraction of maritime judicial services in areas like marine insurance and ship financing [2] - There is currently no specialized legislation governing inland waterway cargo transport, which does not align with the growing judicial demand in the inland shipping economy [2]